The team competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) as a member of the Big Sky Conference.

Viking football practice takes place on campus at the Peter W. Stott Field.

The Vikings have a rivalry with the Eastern Washington Eagles in all sports, starting in 2010 called The Dam Cup.

‡ The Dam Cup rivalry with Portland State was officially established in 2010, but both teams have played against each other since the date listed above.

Dot's Pretzels Bowl The Viks and the Montana Grizzlies have played each other 46 times since the 1965 football season.